Hello Baby and 10 Little Fingers and 10 Little Toes by Mem Fox are without a doubt two of our first favourite books. Both of my babies love these books...
I read 10 Little Fingers and 10 Little Toes to H in utero and I believe it's the reason it fast became his favourite. It is currently E's favourite book. At the end of the book the little baby in the story gets three little kisses on the tip of its nose... we kiss the tip of our finger and touch their nose three times. H got to the stage and E is there now that they know it's coming and look up at you when you're reading the last page waiting for their kisses.
H adores books and always has. E is loving them more and more and I get such a thrill to see her get excited when we sit down to read these two books. They are a big part of our bedtime routine... every night we have a book before bed. For me, it ensures the children are reading/read to every day and it's a terrific wind down/sleep cue for them as well...
I highly recommend any new Mother's or expecting Mother's to add these books to your collection. They are beautiful stories and the illustrations are gorgeous...
For anyone looking for a great baby shower or baby gift these are terrific... the board books are terrific as little exploring and excited hands can't rip them. It does take a little while for them to learn not to rip pages so board books are a definite plus...
Where is the Green Sheep and Time for Bed, both by Mem Fox are also favourites.
Are these books in your collection?
Please share your favourites and must haves, I would love to hear them...
Happy reading... Jx
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